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Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 6s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse

Also known as: Kamchon

This square concrete tower, standing 13 meters tall, was built in 2014 to mark the western end of the Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater. Its yellow construction stands out against the seascape, and it features a lantern and gallery. The focal height of the light is 19 meters. It emits a yellow flash every six seconds, visible for 12.9 nautical miles. The structure is located 3.9 kilometers from the nearest port of Busan.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels into and out of Gamcheon Port, a significant industrial and fishing hub, by marking the western extremity of the outer breakwater.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl Y 6s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2014

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(3.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4355.6
NGA No.
16768.2

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
yellow
Material
concrete

Structure: square yellow concrete tower, built in a graceful curve, with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End, South Korea
Latitude
35.0458°
Longitude
129.0062°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse at night?+
Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 6s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gamcheon/Busan at 2.3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Busan (3.7 NM NNE), Busanjin-Gu (6.6 NM NNE), South Busan (7.4 NM ENE), Busan New Port (10.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gamcheon Hang Outer Breakwater West End Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.